We used Covenantal Catechism Book 1 over the past year and a half. We took big breaks between weeks, though. There wasn’t much I disliked about this Bible curriculum. We had a broad overview of the Old Testament and how Jesus can be seen throughout the Old Testament. I appreciated the themes of tracing the…
Last weekend we tore apart the school room and got part of it put back together, so we dodged books and a strange space plan this week … but got school done anyway. Wednesday, we had the opportunity to go to a Columbus Clippers game (minor league baseball) and were up way past bedtimes, so…
FOR TODAY Outside my window… perfection. Sunny, a crisp breeze. Beautiful.I am thinking… about starting lessons.I am thankful… that we got to visit with Lenise and the boys on Saturday. In the kitchen… I made lasagna and panna cotta on Saturday and it was yummy.I am wearing… jeans skirt and green top. I am creating……
We had a pretty good week of lessons. Monday through Wednesday were solid, complete days. Yesterday and today involved reading and cleaning and music appreciation and Latin. I recorded the Boston Pops at Tanglewood from PBS for the kids. M-girl, in particular, loved it. Phonics: R-girl: is starting to work on r-controlled vowels. I am…
Right Ho, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse My rating: 5 of 5 stars Own on Kindle. Funny. Hilarious, even, in spots. A Comedy of circs. and misunderstandings. Wish there were more Jeeves & Wooster on this collection I have. Guess I’ll have to try the Psmith stories. Off to research where to begin. View all my…
FOR TODAY Outside my window… it’s chilly and pleasant. I am thinking… about starting lessons in a few minutes.I am thankful… that I submitted my “Notice of Intent to Homeschool” on time – a little early even! In the kitchen… things are tidied and generally put away.I am wearing… jeans shorts and yellow tshirt. I…
Detectives In Togas by Henry Winterfeld My rating: 3 of 5 stars Own. We read Detectives in Togas as a read aloud. The children really enjoyed the story and trying to figure out what was going on. I thought it was OK. It was interesting enough, but the writing seemed to fluctuate between formal and…
My Man Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse My rating: 4 of 5 stars Own on Kindle. This collection of short stories was perfect for late night reading. Amusing and interesting. The situational humor, the class-commentary, and the outcomes were entertaining and something to consider but wasn’t too challenging to the reader. I liked Wooster and Jeeves…
Um, so, I haven’t posted a Weekly Report since May. We have done lessons during that period as well as summery things like vacation, VBS, the Ohio State Fair, and all th rest. I figure we’ve done 2-3 days of school a week in the last 8 weeks. And we’ve accomplished a lot. Phonics: R-girl:…